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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Plymouth to Farnborough
Cheapest price
£80
Average price
£80
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 35 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
259 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Plymouth to Farnborough is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Plymouth to Farnborough will cost around £80 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £80.
Of the 1 trains that leave Plymouth for Farnborough every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 259 km distance in an average of 3 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
10:153h35Plymouth13:50Farnborough£801One-way0 changes
- 10:153h35Plymouth13:50Farnborough£801One-way0 changes
Live departures
Plymouth to Farnborough train times
The table below shows live departures for Plymouth to Farnborough trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:20 Plymouth | 4h29 | 9:49 Farnborough | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Plymouth to Farnborough
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Trains from Plymouth to Farnborough run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £79 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:13, the last at 23:43. The fastest train covers the 259 km distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 259 km |
Average train duration 3h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £79 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 35m |
First train 0:13 |
Last train 23:43 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Plymouth to Farnborough trainsCross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Plymouth and Farnborough from £79. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Plymouth to Farnborough train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Plymouth to Farnborough by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Farnborough, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Plymouth and Farnborough
Most Plymouth to Farnborough trains use the Plymouth to Farnborough North station pair, with some services arriving at Farnborough (Main). Use this guide to compare Plymouth and Farnborough train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Plymouth station do trains to Farnborough leave from?
Getting to Plymouth from Plymouth city centre
Plymouth train station facilities and services
Plymouth has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Plymouth.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Plymouth. ATMs are available at Plymouth.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Plymouth.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Plymouth: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Plymouth: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Plymouth: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and the station subway. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Station pay phones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Farnborough station do trains from Plymouth arrive at?
Getting to Farnborough North from Farnborough city centre
Farnborough North is 1 km from Farnborough city centre. Public transport options include:
Farnborough North train station facilities and services
Farnborough North has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Farnborough North.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Farnborough North: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Farnborough North: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Farnborough North: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step Free Category B2 - There is step free access to both platforms but short ramps and level crossing with gates to negotiate for south bound services. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Farnborough (Main) from Farnborough city centre
Farnborough (Main) train station facilities and services
Farnborough (Main) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Farnborough (Main).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Farnborough (Main). ATMs are available at Farnborough (Main).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Farnborough (Main).
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Farnborough (Main): Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Farnborough (Main): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Farnborough (Main): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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